Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) (Page 243)

Definitely. I don't have the schedule for the visit yet, so I'm not sure what all will be happening and when.

Thanks for the comments. I feel the need to remind everyone that my "racing" speed is most of you all's "I can't run that slow" speed. So, "racing" the 10-k on a single track trail is not going to be speedy, for anyone there. But I learned from running it last year that I have the unexplainable need to pass people in front of me, especially when they are showing weakness. (insert evil grin).

I hadn't thought about the Disney Goofy challenge days. That also reminded me that last year, I ran 6-7 miles the day before the 25k "race." When I am running focused, I usually run 6-7 days a week, so I'm not worried about back to back runs. My only "concern," if I have one, is that my mileage is way down right now. I'm sure I can build it back up again, reasonably quickly, but I am also all about avoiding injury.

I still have time to think about it. Sunday is supposed to be a travel day for the visit, and if I run the half, I won't be able to get into Albuquerque until about 8:30 p.m. That may be kind of late for my team.

Originally posted by switch

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Attention all AG NAT Manatees looking to meet up. Ima let you know where I will be, and if you choose to accept, can join me for any of it. PM me for my number if you are interested

1. I'll be in Chicago Wednesday night - Friday morning. I am meeting Monica for a run moving forward at a pace slightly faster than a walk for speedy Salty whilst Monica trudges along beside asking frequently "can we stop now", poutine and beer. I'm also planning on doing some quasi-touristy things (mostly oriented towards art/design/architecture) Oh yeah, Hot Dougs and some deep dish pizza place is on my list (can't remember the name right off.)

2. Meeting switch to do the practice swim in Milwaukee on Friday. I believe this is between 11:00-1:00 and we have not yet nailed down a time but I prefer a little later. After that we have to take our bikes to transition. THEN at some point dinner and beer. I know ya'll triathletes are super picky about that stuff. I am not. So, if you prefer to pick a location I am in. 

3. Post race on Saturday I have all intentions of riding the mechanical chili pepper at La Perla  the freekin' thing has a live web cam, you should all watch. We don't have to eat at La Perla but riding the pepper is a must. I was also told getting Kopps, Cafe Lulu and Maria's Pizza are all very important. 

I had to fix that first point for you. 

There are a TON of architecture tours to choose from - the Architecture Foundation has a number of walking/boat/bus tours as well as a pretty cool store on Michigan Avenue:  http://www.architecture.org/

Giordano's is the most touristy deep dish pizza place, but the hubs & I actually prefer Gino's East (and there's one located conveniently a block from our apartment), and there will absolutely be poutine on Thursday!

We may be in Milwaukee for Friday night dinner - will let you know, but the chili pepper riding is a MUST... and there will be pictures.   

Very cool, thanks! I volunteered with the Seattle Architecture Foundation doing walking tours for a bit. I might self guide but I do like the idea of a boat. I once built a model in design school of the John Hancock building using a Fiji water bottle and a brick. Symbolism? I think so!

I'm really getting excited for AGN. I am in for swim and most likely dinner that night. I can probably find something I'd eat on any menu, so I can defer restaurant choice to anyone who cares. I would like to be finished with dinner by 9 though, as I'm staying outside of town and should make an attempt to get good sleep. I don't get on mechanical anything, but I sure will cheer on everyone who does Salty, all this architecture and design talk--what do you do for a living?

I'm a designer (architectural/interior) for SBUX. 

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by switch

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Attention all AG NAT Manatees looking to meet up. Ima let you know where I will be, and if you choose to accept, can join me for any of it. PM me for my number if you are interested

1. I'll be in Chicago Wednesday night - Friday morning. I am meeting Monica for a run moving forward at a pace slightly faster than a walk for speedy Salty whilst Monica trudges along beside asking frequently "can we stop now", poutine and beer. I'm also planning on doing some quasi-touristy things (mostly oriented towards art/design/architecture) Oh yeah, Hot Dougs and some deep dish pizza place is on my list (can't remember the name right off.)

2. Meeting switch to do the practice swim in Milwaukee on Friday. I believe this is between 11:00-1:00 and we have not yet nailed down a time but I prefer a little later. After that we have to take our bikes to transition. THEN at some point dinner and beer. I know ya'll triathletes are super picky about that stuff. I am not. So, if you prefer to pick a location I am in. 

3. Post race on Saturday I have all intentions of riding the mechanical chili pepper at La Perla  the freekin' thing has a live web cam, you should all watch. We don't have to eat at La Perla but riding the pepper is a must. I was also told getting Kopps, Cafe Lulu and Maria's Pizza are all very important. 

I had to fix that first point for you. 

There are a TON of architecture tours to choose from - the Architecture Foundation has a number of walking/boat/bus tours as well as a pretty cool store on Michigan Avenue:  http://www.architecture.org/

Giordano's is the most touristy deep dish pizza place, but the hubs & I actually prefer Gino's East (and there's one located conveniently a block from our apartment), and there will absolutely be poutine on Thursday!

We may be in Milwaukee for Friday night dinner - will let you know, but the chili pepper riding is a MUST... and there will be pictures.   

Very cool, thanks! I volunteered with the Seattle Architecture Foundation doing walking tours for a bit. I might self guide but I do like the idea of a boat. I once built a model in design school of the John Hancock building using a Fiji water bottle and a brick. Symbolism? I think so!

I'm really getting excited for AGN. I am in for swim and most likely dinner that night. I can probably find something I'd eat on any menu, so I can defer restaurant choice to anyone who cares. I would like to be finished with dinner by 9 though, as I'm staying outside of town and should make an attempt to get good sleep. I don't get on mechanical anything, but I sure will cheer on everyone who does Salty, all this architecture and design talk--what do you do for a living?

I'm a designer (architectural/interior) for SBUX. 

Did someone say SBux?! I'll take a dirty venti nonfat chai

Originally posted by rrrunner

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by switch

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Attention all AG NAT Manatees looking to meet up. Ima let you know where I will be, and if you choose to accept, can join me for any of it. PM me for my number if you are interested

1. I'll be in Chicago Wednesday night - Friday morning. I am meeting Monica for a run moving forward at a pace slightly faster than a walk for speedy Salty whilst Monica trudges along beside asking frequently "can we stop now", poutine and beer. I'm also planning on doing some quasi-touristy things (mostly oriented towards art/design/architecture) Oh yeah, Hot Dougs and some deep dish pizza place is on my list (can't remember the name right off.)

2. Meeting switch to do the practice swim in Milwaukee on Friday. I believe this is between 11:00-1:00 and we have not yet nailed down a time but I prefer a little later. After that we have to take our bikes to transition. THEN at some point dinner and beer. I know ya'll triathletes are super picky about that stuff. I am not. So, if you prefer to pick a location I am in. 

3. Post race on Saturday I have all intentions of riding the mechanical chili pepper at La Perla  the freekin' thing has a live web cam, you should all watch. We don't have to eat at La Perla but riding the pepper is a must. I was also told getting Kopps, Cafe Lulu and Maria's Pizza are all very important. 

I had to fix that first point for you. 

There are a TON of architecture tours to choose from - the Architecture Foundation has a number of walking/boat/bus tours as well as a pretty cool store on Michigan Avenue:  http://www.architecture.org/

Giordano's is the most touristy deep dish pizza place, but the hubs & I actually prefer Gino's East (and there's one located conveniently a block from our apartment), and there will absolutely be poutine on Thursday!

We may be in Milwaukee for Friday night dinner - will let you know, but the chili pepper riding is a MUST... and there will be pictures.   

Very cool, thanks! I volunteered with the Seattle Architecture Foundation doing walking tours for a bit. I might self guide but I do like the idea of a boat. I once built a model in design school of the John Hancock building using a Fiji water bottle and a brick. Symbolism? I think so!

I'm really getting excited for AGN. I am in for swim and most likely dinner that night. I can probably find something I'd eat on any menu, so I can defer restaurant choice to anyone who cares. I would like to be finished with dinner by 9 though, as I'm staying outside of town and should make an attempt to get good sleep. I don't get on mechanical anything, but I sure will cheer on everyone who does Salty, all this architecture and design talk--what do you do for a living?

I'm a designer (architectural/interior) for SBUX. 

Did someone say SBux?! I'll take a dirty venti nonfat chai

Shooot. PM me your address. I believe I owe you a book (right?) AND probably some coffee paraphernalia. 

Originally posted by switch

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by rrrunner

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by switch

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Attention all AG NAT Manatees looking to meet up. Ima let you know where I will be, and if you choose to accept, can join me for any of it. PM me for my number if you are interested

1. I'll be in Chicago Wednesday night - Friday morning. I am meeting Monica for a run moving forward at a pace slightly faster than a walk for speedy Salty whilst Monica trudges along beside asking frequently "can we stop now", poutine and beer. I'm also planning on doing some quasi-touristy things (mostly oriented towards art/design/architecture) Oh yeah, Hot Dougs and some deep dish pizza place is on my list (can't remember the name right off.)

2. Meeting switch to do the practice swim in Milwaukee on Friday. I believe this is between 11:00-1:00 and we have not yet nailed down a time but I prefer a little later. After that we have to take our bikes to transition. THEN at some point dinner and beer. I know ya'll triathletes are super picky about that stuff. I am not. So, if you prefer to pick a location I am in. 

3. Post race on Saturday I have all intentions of riding the mechanical chili pepper at La Perla  the freekin' thing has a live web cam, you should all watch. We don't have to eat at La Perla but riding the pepper is a must. I was also told getting Kopps, Cafe Lulu and Maria's Pizza are all very important. 

I had to fix that first point for you. 

There are a TON of architecture tours to choose from - the Architecture Foundation has a number of walking/boat/bus tours as well as a pretty cool store on Michigan Avenue:  http://www.architecture.org/

Giordano's is the most touristy deep dish pizza place, but the hubs & I actually prefer Gino's East (and there's one located conveniently a block from our apartment), and there will absolutely be poutine on Thursday!

We may be in Milwaukee for Friday night dinner - will let you know, but the chili pepper riding is a MUST... and there will be pictures.   

Very cool, thanks! I volunteered with the Seattle Architecture Foundation doing walking tours for a bit. I might self guide but I do like the idea of a boat. I once built a model in design school of the John Hancock building using a Fiji water bottle and a brick. Symbolism? I think so!

I'm really getting excited for AGN. I am in for swim and most likely dinner that night. I can probably find something I'd eat on any menu, so I can defer restaurant choice to anyone who cares. I would like to be finished with dinner by 9 though, as I'm staying outside of town and should make an attempt to get good sleep. I don't get on mechanical anything, but I sure will cheer on everyone who does Salty, all this architecture and design talk--what do you do for a living?

I'm a designer (architectural/interior) for SBUX. 

Did someone say SBux?! I'll take a dirty venti nonfat chai

Shooot. PM me your address. I believe I owe you a book (right?) AND probably some coffee paraphernalia. 

oh my! SBUX? Hold the phone... what makes a coffee drink "dirty"? I can't believe I'm behind the power curve on this.

I'm clearly not going to answer this.

Attention all AG NAT Manatees looking to meet up. Ima let you know where I will be, and if you choose to accept, can join me for any of it. PM me for my number if you are interested

1. I'll be in Chicago Wednesday night - Friday morning. I am meeting Monica for a run, poutine and beer. I'm also planning on doing some quasi-touristy things (mostly oriented towards art/design/architecture) Oh yeah, Hot Dougs and some deep dish pizza place is on my list (can't remember the name right off.)

2. Meeting switch to do the practice swim in Milwaukee on Friday. I believe this is between 11:00-1:00 and we have not yet nailed down a time but I prefer a little later. After that we have to take our bikes to transition. THEN at some point dinner and beer. I know ya'll triathletes are super picky about that stuff. I am not. So, if you prefer to pick a location I am in. 

3. Post race on Saturday I have all intentions of riding the mechanical chili pepper at La Perla  the freekin' thing has a live web cam, you should all watch. We don't have to eat at La Perla but riding the pepper is a must. I was also told getting Kopps, Cafe Lulu and Maria's Pizza are all very important. 

Originally posted by switch I'm really getting excited for AGN. I am in for swim and most likely dinner that night. I can probably find something I'd eat on any menu, so I can defer restaurant choice to anyone who cares. I would like to be finished with dinner by 9 though, as I'm staying outside of town and should make an attempt to get good sleep. I don't get on mechanical anything, but I sure will cheer on everyone who does Salty, all this architecture and design talk--what do you do for a living?

It might be time for another round of "What do the Manatees do to fund this triathlon thing?"

Originally posted by switch

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Originally posted by blueyedbikergirl

Originally posted by Asalzwed

Attention all AG NAT Manatees looking to meet up. Ima let you know where I will be, and if you choose to accept, can join me for any of it. PM me for my number if you are interested

1. I'll be in Chicago Wednesday night - Friday morning. I am meeting Monica for a run moving forward at a pace slightly faster than a walk for speedy Salty whilst Monica trudges along beside asking frequently "can we stop now", poutine and beer. I'm also planning on doing some quasi-touristy things (mostly oriented towards art/design/architecture) Oh yeah, Hot Dougs and some deep dish pizza place is on my list (can't remember the name right off.)

2. Meeting switch to do the practice swim in Milwaukee on Friday. I believe this is between 11:00-1:00 and we have not yet nailed down a time but I prefer a little later. After that we have to take our bikes to transition. THEN at some point dinner and beer. I know ya'll triathletes are super picky about that stuff. I am not. So, if you prefer to pick a location I am in. 

3. Post race on Saturday I have all intentions of riding the mechanical chili pepper at La Perla  the freekin' thing has a live web cam, you should all watch. We don't have to eat at La Perla but riding the pepper is a must. I was also told getting Kopps, Cafe Lulu and Maria's Pizza are all very important. 

I had to fix that first point for you. 

There are a TON of architecture tours to choose from - the Architecture Foundation has a number of walking/boat/bus tours as well as a pretty cool store on Michigan Avenue:  http://www.architecture.org/

Giordano's is the most touristy deep dish pizza place, but the hubs & I actually prefer Gino's East (and there's one located conveniently a block from our apartment), and there will absolutely be poutine on Thursday!

We may be in Milwaukee for Friday night dinner - will let you know, but the chili pepper riding is a MUST... and there will be pictures.   

Very cool, thanks! I volunteered with the Seattle Architecture Foundation doing walking tours for a bit. I might self guide but I do like the idea of a boat. I once built a model in design school of the John Hancock building using a Fiji water bottle and a brick. Symbolism? I think so!

I'm really getting excited for AGN. I am in for swim and most likely dinner that night. I can probably find something I'd eat on any menu, so I can defer restaurant choice to anyone who cares. I would like to be finished with dinner by 9 though, as I'm staying outside of town and should make an attempt to get good sleep. I don't get on mechanical anything, but I sure will cheer on everyone who does Salty, all this architecture and design talk--what do you do for a living?

I'm a designer (architectural/interior) for SBUX. 

Originally posted by jmkizer

Originally posted by switch I'm really getting excited for AGN. I am in for swim and most likely dinner that night. I can probably find something I'd eat on any menu, so I can defer restaurant choice to anyone who cares. I would like to be finished with dinner by 9 though, as I'm staying outside of town and should make an attempt to get good sleep. I don't get on mechanical anything, but I sure will cheer on everyone who does Salty, all this architecture and design talk--what do you do for a living?

It might be time for another round of "What do the Manatees do to fund this triathlon thing?"

Ummmm, use my kids' inheritance?

Hmmmm, what about renting one?

That's what I was going to suggest too... I took a look at the coast guard temperature map for Lake Michigan around Milwaukee, and I think you might prefer to have one... temps today (granted it's quite a chilly, gross day today) are around 50F give or take a couple of degrees. 

Hmmmm, what about renting one?

DH grew up in Milwaukee and he talks about taking swimming lessons in Lake Michigan, and having blue lips when lessons were done. I think I'd go with a wetsuit!

Why don't we say lunch or dinner at La Perla on Saturday? They take reservations for 6 or more.

ETA: It's a bit tricky with the bike racking - I think most of us rack them on Saturday because we are racing Sunday.

Yeah...I grew up there too and never swam in the Lake.  This is in the bay, so it should be a bit warmer.  I think it's currently 70.

Felicia, do know that the intensity of a run is specific to the runner doing it, NOT how they compare to the field or to anyone else. So even if one might be behind a good portion of the field, they can still push quite hard and have it be tougher on them than a faster person. It would simply be because they were out on the course longer even though it was the same distance covered. And that's why I was asking before about what you wanted out of the events. It's entirely possible to do both, but do know what you want to get out of them.

Originally posted by rrrunner

Originally posted by jmkizer

Originally posted by switch I'm really getting excited for AGN. I am in for swim and most likely dinner that night. I can probably find something I'd eat on any menu, so I can defer restaurant choice to anyone who cares. I would like to be finished with dinner by 9 though, as I'm staying outside of town and should make an attempt to get good sleep. I don't get on mechanical anything, but I sure will cheer on everyone who does Salty, all this architecture and design talk--what do you do for a living?

It might be time for another round of "What do the Manatees do to fund this triathlon thing?"

Ummmm, use my kids' inheritance?

Dangit - no offspring to steal from.  Thank goodness I have access to the DH's bank account.